California · Metropolitan Area
Perris is a mid-size city in California with a population of 79,349. Residents earn $82,523 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Based on current data, Perris receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times, high obesity rates. Perris has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Perris is $82,523, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Perris is $431,900, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,791 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Perris is below the national average at 246 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,602 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.
11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Perris enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 329 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 34.2% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 65.8% |
| 391% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $82,523 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,862 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.34% |
| Commute Time | 36.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $431,900 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $537,871 |
| Median List Price | $525,000 |
| Median List Price | $525,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $283 |
| Homes Sold | 46 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.2% |
| Price Drops | 14.8% |
| Inventory | 88 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,791 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,896 |
| Rent Burden | 33.8% |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.34% |
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 245.8/100K |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 1.4/100K |
| Robbery | 92.9/100K |
| Assault | 151.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,601.6/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 555.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,338.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 707.4/100K |
| Arson | 2.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.9 inches |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,430 ft (436 m) |
| Area | 31.6 sq mi (81.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,514/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7898°N, 117.2222°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.6% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 70.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,514/sq mi |
| Total Area | 31.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 17 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 23 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 36.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |